Years ago it was a party spot where drunks used to throw out beer bottles and trash. They bought some property along a local creek and turned it into a wildlife reserve. The tribe has done some very good things that benefit the whole community. There was a law at one time which banned the tribe from buying real estate inside of the city limits, but I don't think it still stands. From my understanding, when a Creek Indian wants to buy a home the tribe will loan them the money interest free, and the home is owned by the tribe until the debt is paid off. Some of the money may also go to housing assistance. Much of the money will probably go to things like healthcare, which is very high among Native Americans because of diseases like diabetes. I don't think the individual Creeks will get rich, but the tribe may (along with a few head honchos).

Note that I want them to get rich, I just don't know if I like the State facilitating it through a special deal. I don't know if I like that there's only about 2,000 Creeks and some of them might get very rich with the State's blessing and license. Plus, most of Alabama was Creek land so there is some history there. Part of me thinks it would be a good thing, since they are an 'Alabama business' committed to improving the lives of Alabama citizens. I'm trying to get a handle on the casino treaty with the State. Snl - thanks for the info, I always appreciate your insight.

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